About Us
Navigating small claims court, legal filings, and everyday legal questions shouldn’t feel overwhelming. CourtWired was created to offer simple, easy-to-understand explanations for common legal processes that everyday people face.
Whether you’re wondering how to file in small claims court, what forms you need, how much it costs, how to serve someone, or whether your dispute qualifies for small claims, CourtWired breaks it down step-by-step in plain language.
Our Mission
The legal system can be complicated, but accessing good information shouldn’t be. CourtWired exists to provide clear, unbiased, and practical guidance for navigating small claims court and related legal procedures.
Our mission is to empower people with:
- Straightforward explanations of state-specific small claims rules
- Step-by-step filing instructions
- Plain-English definitions of legal terms
- Realistic expectations of the process
- Clear answers to the most common legal questions
We focus on clarity, accuracy, and accessibility so anyone can understand their options.
What We Cover
CourtWired helps you understand everyday legal questions such as:
- How to file a small claims case
- What your state’s dollar limits are
- How to serve a defendant properly
- Court fees and cost expectations
- How to prepare evidence
- Whether a lawyer can attend small claims
- Appeal and judgment rules
- Mediation and settlement options
- Deadlines, forms, and procedural steps
We also explain general legal processes related to disputes, consumer issues, landlord-tenant conflicts, and contract problems.
Why CourtWired?
Most legal information online is filled with jargon, outdated, or extremely hard for non-lawyers to follow. CourtWired fixes that by offering:
- Plain-English, approachable explanations
- State-specific breakdowns
- Practical guidance based on real procedures
- Regularly updated content
- Information free from legal jargon or confusing language
Our goal is to make legal information usable, not intimidating.
Who We Are
CourtWired is part of the Wired family of specialized Q&A sites, each focused on bringing clarity to complex everyday topics. Our editorial team includes legal researchers and writers who specialize in breaking down official court rules into simple, practical guides that the average person can follow with confidence.
Accuracy & Integrity
We verify all information using:
- State court websites
- Court-published forms and instructions
- Government legal resources
- Statutes and official procedural rules
We do not offer legal representation or legal advice, and we remain independent from law firms, attorneys, and state agencies. Our goal is to provide useful general information—not replace professional legal guidance.
Helping You Navigate Everyday Legal Situations
CourtWired is here to help you understand how small claims court works, what steps you need to take, and how to approach the process confidently.
If there’s a legal topic you’d like us to cover, feel free to reach out anytime.